Do I have a tell-tale?

[DaMoos]

1978 evinrude 85. Does this motor have a tell tale? Can't find it peeing anywhere. There are two little holes on the back of the motor that seem to spit out exaust. I assume this is normal. Other than the too low idle when warm mentioned in a previous post, the motor seems to run fine.

 

[ezeke]

Re: Do I have a tell-tale?

The 1978 motor should have a tell-tale. The outlet should be at the bottom of the exhaust cover which is the center panel between the two cylinder banks. A hose should lead from there to the floor of the lower cover.

The fitting at the exhaust cover is 1/8 NPT which is quite small and easily clogged.

If you don't find the tell-tale mounted, there is a lengthy discussion in the Engine FAQ forum on this site.

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